BMW reveals some specs on new M3 and M4

BMW M4 Coupe Concept.

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By Jodi Lai, Postmedia News

Originally published: September 25, 2013

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With the motoring world itching to get behind the yet-to-be-unveiled M3 and M4, BMW has whet our appetite by releasing some technical specs for the high-performance versions of the coupe and sedan, CarScoops reports.

As predicted, both cars are ditching the naturally aspirated V8s in favour of a new 3.0-litre twin-turbo inline six-cylinder spinning out about 424 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque. BMW says it has a 7,500 rpm redline.

Among many high-tech weight-saving tweaks like the use of aluminum and carbon fibre reinforced plastic, BMW has also said the pair will be available with a six-speed manual transmission (Hallelujah!), and an optional seven-speed double-clutch automatic transmission.